Sourcing Engineer for Newell Brands developing sourcing strategies and management in the Chemicals category across various functions. Collaborating with teams to optimize productivity and quality metrics.
About the role
- Global Sourcing Category Manager developing and executing sourcing strategies for capital investments in construction and equipment. Focusing on supplier selection and contract negotiations for optimal outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute global sourcing and procurement strategies for capital investments
- Drive end to end category strategy, supplier selection, and contract negotiations
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with key business stakeholders
- Provide leadership to a small, high performing team
- Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure quality compliance
- Conduct market and industry research, benchmarking, and competitive analysis
- Drive initiatives focused on cost optimization, risk mitigation, and sustainability
- Monitor category performance metrics and implement continuous improvement strategies
- Support and contribute to global and regional sourcing programs and strategic projects
Requirements
- Extensive experience in Sourcing or Category Management
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university plus at least eight years of experience in Sourcing Category Management in equipment and construction
- Proven track record in Indirect Sourcing, including capital equipment, services, or related categories
- Proven experience leading global sourcing and category management activities
- Demonstrated expertise in contract negotiation, including SOWs, pricing structures, and supplier agreements
- Demonstrated people‑leadership experience
- Strong ability to operate effectively in a matrixed organization
- Proficiency in developing complex RFx packages, should‑cost models, scorecards, and award criteria
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Proven project management skills
- Strong technical proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite
- Fluency in English with other languages a plus.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- paid time off
- a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities
- life
- disability
- accident insurance
- tuition reimbursement
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